Corps of Cadets to Implement Cadet Girlfriend Uniform Policy

This past Thursday, the Corps of Cadets announced an update to The Standard, its official rule book, that applies to bootchasers on Texas A&M University’s campus. The following statement regarding the changes was released by General Joe E. Ramirez, the Commandant of the Corps of Cadets.

As a well-known leadership and military organization, it is our duty to uphold the standard of excellence, respect, and other core values that make this university so great. By implementing a uniform policy for cadet girlfriends in the new edition of The Standard, we hope to continue to preserve the Corps’ mission and rich history. By implementing a game day uniform policy, we aim to make it apparent that our cadets pull mad tail.”

— General Joe E. Ramirez

The new uniform policy for cadet girlfriends can be found in Chapter 8, Section 5 of the cadet rulebook and has been sent in a [tamu-opt-students] email to the entire student body. It reads as follows:

Cadet Girlfriends

A. These guidelines are not intended to be all encompassing. It is the responsibility of the cadet’s companion to familiarize themselves with the rules and standards in regards to uniforms and to seek guidance from senior cadet girlfriends when necessary. 

B. All companions of members of the Corps of Cadets will wear the girlfriend uniform on campus and when accompanying any cadet in uniform.

C. Girlfriends wearing a Corps-sanctioned uniform are subject to inspection at any time and are expected to comply with all provisions. It is the responsibility of upper level and experienced cadet girlfriends to inspect and correct other girlfriends who fail to look presentable when accompanying their cadet.

D. Uniform regulations:

Class “B” Winter/Summer Uniform/Class “C” Uniform (ACU)

ITEM	DESCRIPTION FOR FEMALE
Trousers/skirt	Clean, unripped jeans, fitted khaki or other business casual pants, denim or khaki skirt extending to at least mid-thigh; in the case of ACU wear by cadet, denim shorts are acceptable
Shirt	White or maroon blouse; in the case of ACU wear by cadet, official outfit shirt or other Corps paraphernalia is acceptable in place of a blouse
Socks/shoes/hose	Riding boots or ankle boots preferred, open-toed shoes unacceptable; socks should be modest in color and should not exceed the ankle
Accessories	Aggie Ring on the right ring finger; all other jewelry should be from James Avery
Hair	Hair should be natural in color and should fall at least to the shoulders to exude femininity; ringlet curls preferred, straightened hair acceptable

Midnight Yell/Football Games

ITEM	DESCRIPTION FOR FEMALE
Shorts/skirts	Shorts should not extend more than 1 inch past the curvature of the butt cheek and should have at least 1 tasteful rip; skirts should not extend more than 2 inches past the curvature of the buttcheek, bodycon preferred
Shirt	Cropped t-shirts acceptable, tank tops preferred; it is recommended that cleavage be tastefully visible; shirts should be purchased from Aggieland Outfitters or any small boutique that sells overpriced women’s clothing
Socks/shoes/hose	Cowboy boots only; socks should be modest in color and should not exceed the height of the boot
Accessories	Aggie Ring on the right ring finger; all other jewelry should be from James Avery; game day buttons from women’s organizations, sororities, or cadet’s outfit strongly encouraged
Hair	Hair should be natural in color and styled in ringlet curls for games; hair left down is preferred, ponytails with curls acceptable when temperatures exceed 90 degrees

E. The following clothing articles and appearance enhancements have been deemed unacceptable for wear by cadet girlfriends. 

a. Athletic wear. Cadet girlfriends are not permitted to wear athletic clothing outside of athletic activities at the Student Recreation Center. Walking to class and banner holding are not considered to be athletic activities.

b. Crocs, Chacos, Birkenstocks, or other open-toed shoes. Visible toes are not in regulation.

c. Outfit t-shirts outside of the cadet’s own outfit.

d. Non-painted nails. Nails should be pastel in color. It is encouraged that cadet girlfriends apply shellac or fake nails to maintain a feminine-looking “rounded square” nail shape.

e. Piercings outside of the first lobe of the ears. Nose, belly button, cartilage, eyebrow, or other piercings are absolutely unacceptable. No exceptions will be made for Fish Camp counselors.

f. Any other apparel or accessory questions should be directed to the appropriate senior cadet girlfriend within the chain of command.

The new cadet girlfriend regulations will go into effect in the upcoming fall semester. A more detailed action plan can be found on the Corps of Cadets website. Questions from those without Corps affiliations can be directed to the Office of the Commandant.

 

— Flash it Back, Ags